Slash to play at Rock Halls tribute to Les Paul Oct 10, 2008
Slash recorded Guns N Roses masterpiece Appetite for Destruction on a replica of a 1959 Gibson Les Paul that was made by a private builder. This is the second time Slash will be involved with a Rock Hall gig in the last two years. (MSNBC -- Music)
David Archuleta gets a manager Oct 8, 2008
Back in July, we that Spacehog's Royston Langdon was in the running to fill the frontman spot vacated by Scott Weiland, but guitarist Slash tells EW.com that while he, bassist Duff McKagan, guitarist Dave Kushner, and drummer Matt Sorum "did click" with Langdon, "he's not necessarily the right guy for this particular band." Speaking prior to an at the Northridge Guitar Center in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley, where Slash was promoting a limited edition line of Gibson guitars as well as the... (CNN -- Showbiz)
U.K. Honors Online Music Community Oct 3, 2008
Best Music Hardware award went to the Gibson Robot Guitar. While technically it's not really a robot, opening up the guitar reveals a circuit board that enables the instrument to tune itself in a matter of seconds. (CBS News)
Festival draws hundreds to Camden Oct 3, 2008
Tennessee counties that were represented were Wilson, Dyer, McNairy, Gibson, Weakly, Decatur, Henderson, Sumner, Shelby, and Carroll. Hudson said there were a lot of people who told him they were looking forward to attending next year. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Bozeman band wins award from Gibson guitar Oct 3, 2008
BOZEMAN (AP) The Bozeman band The Clintons have been named the winners of this year's new musician award given by Gibson Acoustic Guitar ... The Gibson acoustic guitar factory is in Bozeman. (Montana Standard, MT)
The Gibson Robot Guitar Wins Best Music Hardware Award at Prestigious BT Digital Music Awards in London Oct 3, 2008
The Gibson Robot Guitar was awarded with the prestigious Best Music Hardware Award at the BT Digital Music Awards 2008 ... (Vocus) October 3, 2008 -- The Gibson Robot guitar is the world s first guitar with robotic technology and beat stiff competition from the Motorola ROKR E8 and Ripserver ... The Gibson Robot Guitar was sighted for its innovation, usability, style and price point among other features. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
24th Annual TEC Awards Set for San Francisco - Friday, October 3 Oct 3, 2008
The Les Paul Award is sponsored by the Gibson Foundation ... Other top-tier sponsors include the Gibson Foundation, Harman Pro Group, American Music and Sound, Guitar Center Professional, Meyer Sound, RODE Microphones, Sennheiser Electronics and Universal Audio. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
29 Graduate from MAC Nursing Program Sep 25, 2008
Sarah Gibson, Blackwell. Catherine Hager, Desloge. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
B.B. King to receive Blues Ball award Sep 24, 2008
B.B. King is scheduled to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 15th annual Blues Ball Sept. 27 at the Gibson Guitar Lounge. The event will also commemorate the renaming of Third Street as B.B. King Highway and will include a fireworks display from the roof of FedExForum. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
O'Brien's beat blog Sep 20, 2008
DOB, I recall Mahler looked like Bob Gibson several opening days then faded like the rest of the bunch. By THB. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bikes, Blues & BBQ Motorcycle Rally Rolls Into Fayetteville Sep 19, 2008
In support of their fundraising, BBB will raffle off a Harley-Davidson Rocker C motorcycle donated by Tri-State Harley-Davidson/Buell, a custom paint job worth up to $5,000 from O's Custom Paints, an N'tense toy hauler from National Travelers RV Center, and a Gibson acoustic electric guitar from Janet Davis Music. The Setting. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Metallica revives old sound Sep 14, 2008
Sarah Palin With Charles Gibson. McCain: Obama Made Me Lie And Deceive. (Akron Beacon Journal)
Blues' King likes castle Sep 14, 2008
King's fingers eventually moved from the cotton fields of the Mississippi Delta to the neck of a Gibson electric guitar, affectionately nicknamed Lucille. He has played his signature blues in 90 countries. (The Clarion-Ledger)
"Fashion Rocks" With Southern Charm Sep 10, 2008
In addition to the star-studded lineup, a Gibson guitar signed by Fashion Rocks performers and presenters and a jacket signed by Urban will be auctioned on eBay and the proceeds will go to. MMVIII, CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Kelly the cleanup hitter? Sep 9, 2008
Strasburg, Ackley, Gibson are all Boras advisees ... There seems to be a couple of really good college pitchers like Strasburg, Crow, Gibson, White and Oliver. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Meet the Mozart of Marrickville Sep 8, 2008
" Koffi says Yannick's talents were apparent from an early age. At 10 months, he spat out his dummy and began singing a traditional Ivory Coast song. By the age of two he had learnt an entire Michael Jackson concert by watching a video. A home movie shot at the time shows him singing Billie Jean, strumming a tiny plastic guitar and performing what appears to be a rudimentary moonwalk. Nowadays, Yannick plays in two school bands, takes lessons in bass, drums and keyboards and is eager to start... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Massachusetts Man Fired Up Over JIMI HENDRIX Guitar Purchase - Sep ... Sep 8, 2008
BLABBERMOUTH.NET - Massachusetts Man Fired Up Over JIMI HENDRIX Guitar Purchase. BAHIMIRON "Southern Nihilizm". (Blabbermouth.net)
Moss finds a home Sep 6, 2008
Mel out in PublicMel Gibson and costar Bojana Novakovic , who plays his daughter in "Edge of Darkness," filmed in the Public Garden yesterday. The actor, who was spotted with an umbrella-wielding, sun-blocking assistant, did a contemplative scene on a bench, and was later scheduled to shoot some car scenes. (Boston Globe)
Jermaine Dupri party helps kick of MTV VMA bashes Sep 6, 2008
Earlier, the Gibson guitar company hosted a gifting suite that drew stars including reality TV villain Omorosa and "Grey's Anatomy's" Justin Chambers, his wife and their children. Chambers wasn't sure if he would attend Sunday's VMAs, but said there was one celebrity he was looking forward to seeing on the broadcast. (Florida Times-Union)
Singer-actor Jerry Reed dies at the age of 71 Sep 4, 2008
"I used to watch people like Richard Burton and Mel Gibson and think, `I could never do that.' "When people ask me what my motivation is, I have a simple answer: Money. " ?Madison Daily Leader 2008 Send us your community news, events, letters to the editor and other suggestions. Now, you can submit birth, wedding and engagement announcements online too!Copyright ? 1995 - 2008 All Rights Reserved.. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
'East Bound And Down' Singer Dies Sep 4, 2008
"I used to watch people like Richard Burton and Mel Gibson and think, `I could never do that.' "When people ask me what my motivation is, I have a simple answer: Money. "Copyright 2008 by . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sponsored Content Do you suffer from chronic pain? Our Pain Management center can offer some techniques for relief. Your home could be a major source of tax relief. Find out where you can save money with these... (Click2Houston, TX)
'Bandit' star Reed dead Sep 3, 2008
"I used to watch people like Richard Burton and Mel Gibson and think, 'I could never do that.' "When people ask me what my motivation is, I have a simple answer: Money. " Share this on: | | Copyright 2008 The . All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sit tight, we're getting to the good stuff powered by Top News 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5. (CNN -- International)
Jerry Reed, 71; country singer became film star Sep 3, 2008
"I used to watch people like Richard Burton and Mel Gibson and think, 'I could never do that.'"When people ask me what my motivation is, I have a simple answer: Money. " ? Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. Email Email Print Print Single page Single page Reprints Reprints Share Share Comment Comment Share on Digg Share on Facebook Save this article powered by Del.icio.us Your Name Your e-mail address (for return address purposes) E-mail address of recipients (separate multiple addresses... (Boston Globe)
Rock Hall will honor music innovator Les Paul Sep 3, 2008
In 1952, Gibson introduced the Les Paul model, which became the instrument of choice for musicians such as Duane Allman, Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page. "It's not just his innovation and his musical playing, but sort of the residual effects of that guitar," Stewart said. (USA Today -- Life)
F Yeah Music Fest Sep 3, 2008
The winning team will receive $500 cash, a Gibson guitar, tickets to see Hot Chip & Mogwai, 10 CDs a month for a year and much more. Winners will be announced Sept. 14. (Variety)
Jerry Reed, 71 Sep 3, 2008
"I used to watch people like Richard Burton and Mel Gibson and think, 'I could never do that,' he told a reporter in 1998. "When people ask me what my motivation is, I have a simple answer: Money. " Recommend this article? 1 votes Search the News Search News Stock Join the conversation This conversation is fully moderated TV Listings Enter your postal code and browse an online guide of all your local TV listings. Postal code? Movie Reviews Movie Title Top Arts Stories Arts Columnists : : : : Top... (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Rock fans clamoring at her feet: Tashea Aug 31, 2008
She is the first and only guitarist in Indonesia to be sponsored by Gibson Guitars. But while her solo career is taking flight, she is always quick to bring the conversation back to Pain Killer. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Jon WertheimTENNIS MAILBAG Aug 28, 2008
-- Joshua Gibson, Portland, Ore ... His reward included being recognized at the Gibson Guitar Champions Cup held at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in August. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Here he is, Mister USA Aug 25, 2008
Landing roles Just in: Boston actress Christy Scott Cashman will play a detective in "Edge of Darkness," with Mel Gibson and Robert De Niro. The cop drama began filming around Boston this month. (Boston Globe)
Bolton celebrates with music and fun Aug 24, 2008
A strong steady thumb on an old Gibson guitar is the driving force behind Miraglia s delta blues influenced guitar style. With her raw, powerful, whiskey tinged voice, Miraglia s style pays homage to the blues traditions, but her classic rock verve, catchy melodies and eclectic array of song subjects give it an original twist. (Bolton Common, MA)
Model patient subject for TV, magazines Aug 18, 2008
Bill Bondar had just come home from a band audition in Woodbury, where he jammed on his Gibson bass guitar with two other retirees. While unpacking his car in front of his RiverWinds community home in West Deptford, Bondar collapsed on the ground: No breathing, no pulse. (NJ.com)
Gibson Guitars Aug 17, 2008
Travis Sumter gives a final buffing to a Gibson acoustic guitar with a sunburst paint pattern at the Gibson Guitar factory in Bozeman ... Before the acoustic instruments reach Dierman s work station at the Gibson Guitar factory in Bozeman, they will have passed through the hands of dozens of other craftsmen ... When they pass muster with Dierman, the guitars go into cases, are entered into Gibson s computerized inventory and are shipped to music stores, guitar players and collectors all over the... (Montana Standard, MT)
Music Unlimited has revolutionary axe: the Gibson Robot Les Paul & SG Aug 15, 2008
Music Unlimited has revolutionary axe: the Gibson Robot Les Paul & SG - Kingston, MA - Kingston Reporter ... Gibsons Robot Les Paul and Gibsons Robot SG are a new generation of self-tuning guitars that run about $2,299 and are available at Kingstons Music Unlimited ... Music Unlimited has revolutionary axe: the Gibson Robot Les Paul & SG. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Erik Darling, folk musician noted for hit 'Walk Right In' Aug 8, 2008
The group soon had a top-10 hit in 1956 with the calypso-influenced "Banana Boat Song," which Mr. Darling reportedly had heard from folk musician Bob Gibson in Washington Square. Mr. Darling left the Weavers in 1962 to form the Rooftop Singers, in which he was credited with leading a 12-string guitar revival when he hit upon the idea of using the instrument that year for his version of "Walk Right In.". (Boston Globe)
Win a Mick Jones Signed Gibson Guitar Aug 8, 2008
The winner will get a custom Gibson guitar signed by Jones and will be flown to Hawaii to attend Foreigners New Years Eve concert in Honolulu. Email Story. (WOKR13 Rochester)
No axe to grind - Iron Maiden fret over stolen guitar Aug 7, 2008
Among the items taken on Sunday was the Gibson guitar bassist Mike Watt first used in the early 1980s. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Europe)
Empty truck, sans instruments, recovered after Montreal Iggy Pop theft Aug 7, 2008
" A number of valuable and sentimental pieces were among the stolen items. They include a Gibson bass Watt has used since his days with the Minutemen in the early 1980s. "Her last gig was smoking," Watt said of his longtime instrument. "Igg was going off and the Montreal people were pumped up. " Almost immediately after the theft, the band vowed to continue with the North American leg of its tour, including Wednesday's gig in Toronto. CBC-TV accompanied Watt to a Toronto guitar store on Tuesday... (CBC.ca)
Iggy & The Stooges Gear Robbed In Montreal Aug 6, 2008
Among the missing equipment is a red road case containing: a red Gibson 1963 EB-3 bass; a black road case containing a volcano black Reverend Flying V guitar; a black road case containing a Reverend orange guitar; two black road cases containing vintage amplifiers; several Marshall 4-by-12 cabinets; an orange Calzone road case containing guitar pedal board and pedals; a Gretsch silver sparkle Catalina drum kit and drum heads, a green clamshell suitcase containing Yamaha drum pedals and Zildjian... (Billboard.com)
Gibson Guitar to add 200 jobs Aug 6, 2008
The company said Tuesday it will immediately increase its general labor and manufacturing employees base due the overwhelming success and demand for Gibson USA manufactured instruments. "We are excited at the growth of Gibson USA and the opportunity this brings to many experienced Nashville-based candidates who will have the opportunity to join our company," says Henry Juszkiewicz, Chairman and CEO of Gibson Guitar ... Gibson is one of the world's largest music instrument manufacturers. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Milwaukee's Discovery World honors Les Paul Aug 4, 2008
Gibson finally began mass-producing a guitar based on his design in 1952, and the electric guitar went on to become the lead instrument in rock 'n' roll. Over the past four decades, he's won numerous awards, including a Grammy with Chet Atkins for best country instrumental performance. (Yahoo News)
Spiritualized back after frontman's health scare Aug 2, 2008
Pierce says the true inspiration for the album came from the purchase of a black 1929 Gibson acoustic guitar he found years before in a store in Cincinnati. I found this really beautiful instrument that kind of dictated the way the songs would sound, Pierce said. (MSNBC -- Music)
Indonesia rediscovers its own rock legend Aug 2, 2008
He decided his Gibson was too heavy for stage throwing and switched to a lighter Olympic White Jazzmaster, which he converted from six to 10 strings, using a hot nail to drill extra holes into the headstock. He added four much-thinner banjo strings, creating a sought-after tighter, deeper sound that many others later mimicked. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Guitar Center Announces Partnership With Motley Crue and the Launch of 'Guitar Center On-Stage' - Your Chance to Make Rock History Aug 1, 2008
Starting today, through September 21 2008, bands across the United States are invited to submit their music at for a chance to win a prize package that includes an opening slot on Motley Cure's 2009 U.S. tour (dates to be announced at a later date), $25,000 cash, $20,000 in exclusive new gear from Gibson Guitar, management from Tenth St. Entertainment, and a recording deal from Eleven Seven Music, Motley's management and record label ... "Gibson Guitar has always supported bands on every level... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
They've got an ax to grind Jul 29, 2008
It's the guitar wars: Fender vs. Gibson ... The title refers to the way the Fender Stratocaster and the Gibson Les Paul electric guitars redefined pop music. (Boston Globe)
Electricity in the player, too Jul 28, 2008
Les is more Paul in rehearsal at the Iridium Club, and a Gibson Les Paul Standard 1960, valued at $500,000 in Sydney in 2006 ... If the Fender Stratocaster is the edgy workhorse of the rock industry, the Gibson Les Paul was and remains its elegant rival, its richly varnished mahogany body and oyster-shell fingerboard adding a touch of class to a rough-hewn affair ... It took many more years of tinkering before he made his first solid-wood guitar, in 1941; he had to wait another 10 years before... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Achison's here to entertain Jul 27, 2008
"He invited me to come teach solely on the recommendation of the people from Gibson (guitars). I was nervous because I'd never done a teaching gig - I'm a player that was getting thrown in the deep end. But Jorma said he didn't want teachers, he wanted players, and it's worked out quite well.". In previous sojourns to the U.S., Achison generally stayed for a few weeks and then headed for home. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Blues Rock Guitar Virtuoso Joe Bonamassa to Hold Clinic on Thursday, July 31 at Musicians Institute in Hollywood Jul 22, 2008
Source: Luck Media & Marketing, Inc.. Guitar Students and Fans of Rock and Blues, Get Ready to Be Inspired--Not to Mention Blown Away by One of Most Acclaimed Blues/Rock Guitarists in the World. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Guitar goodbyeThree six-string businesses quit town in matter of a month Jul 20, 2008
That Kalamazoo, home of Gibson Guitars Corp. from 1894 to 1984, when the company left for Nashville, lost those businesses in such a small time frame is surprising. The one exception may be Gibson successor Heritage Guitar Inc. Heritage, which has operated out of the former Gibson factory on Parsons Street since 1985, was put up for sale, but local attorney Vince Margol bought into the business, becoming a partner in October and helping to keep the guitar-maker in town. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Thousands jam Grey Fox Jul 19, 2008
Today s events, will be much the same in all areas, with the addition in the main stage of Dan Paisley and the Southern Grass, The Gibson Brothers, Hot Rize and special guests, the Jerry Douglas and Sam Bush Bands through until 11:30 p.m., while the masters stage will feature karaoke with Kitsy Kuykendall and Friends and other groups. The dance pavilion will see the addition of the Red Stick Ramblers and Red Knuckles, while the bluegrass tent will feature programs similar to those held Friday. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Miley Cyrus Wants to Do 'Cleaner' 'Sex and the City' Jul 17, 2008
my Yorkie Roadie and my lovebird Zazu ; "grilled cheese"; music and my beautiful Gibson guitar ; "my black Chuck Taylor Converse sneakers ; my Sidekick. Over the weekend, a purported photo of the "Hannah Montana" star posing in the shower while wearing a white T-shirt began circulating the Web. When asked about that photo and another one that shows Cyrus pouting with her T-shirt rolled up, Cyrus' rep, Jill Fritzo, would only say "Old photos, old news. " Cyrus recently said it "still hurts" to... (Fox News)
Music: Rappers, rockers and retailers hail record Glastonbury effect Jul 4, 2008
Owen Gibson, media correspondentFriday July 4, 2008. According to one of his best-known songs he might have 99 Problems, but highly profitable media exposure certainly isn't one of them. (guardian.co.uk)
PS3 BioShock goes to Digital Extremes Jul 4, 2008
That would be like comparing a Harley Davidson To a Gibson Guitar. and Yes they both Rock, but they are completely different. (GameSpot)
WildFire here July 25 Jul 4, 2008
Pool's music background began at age 6, when his father showed him how to play honky tonk on an old Gibson acoustic guitar. From that humble beginning, Pool in 1978 launched his first band, called Pegasus. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Texas teen isreal 'Guitar Hero' Jul 2, 2008
At a Guitar Hero contest at the Texas Rockfest in March, he won a custom-made Gibson Epiphone guitar and destroyed the competition, according to dad. When Blockbuster called and asked if he wanted to play the Guitar Hero 24 Hour Marathon in Dallas, it was a no-brainer. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Firefighters gain ground in Malibu: Conditions help tame wind, fire Jun 29, 2008
Malibu, some 19 miles west of Los Angeles, is a popular address for many show business personalities, including Robert Redford, Sting, Mel Gibson, Jennifer Aniston, Barbra Streisand, Richard Gere and Cher. The Los Angeles Times reported that actors Matthew McConaughey and Minnie Driver were forced to evacuate, and the $10. (Yahoo News -- Wildfires & Forest Fires)
Hooked on Meds Jun 28, 2008
The actor's lawyer submits evidence alleging Jessica Gibson offered 0000010D sex to the family tennis instructor. The heiress enlists her guitar 00004000 ist boyfriend to record a theme song for her TV show. (Fox News)
Geek Goliath: Gates Says G'Bye to Microsoft Jun 27, 2008
Microsoft chairman Bill Gates, right, watches as musician Slash plays a Gibson Les Paul electric. Microsoft chairman Bill Gates, right, watches as musician Slash plays a Gibson Les Paul electric guitar during the opening keynote address at the 2008 International Consumer Electronics Show at the Venetian hotel on Jan. 6, 2008, in Las Vegas. (ABC News -- Business)
Reviews Electro-rockers The Presets thrill fans. | Black Keys Jun 24, 2008
Dan Auerbach bounced on stage at the Palace Theatre in Bourke Street wearing a porkpie hat and clutching a gleaming white Gibson SG guitar. When the bearded, long-haired half of the Black Keys threw himself into the opening bars of Girl is on my Mind, from 2004's Rubber Factory, the hat went flying and the standing-room-only crowd could sense this would be a night of no-nonsense, pure rock'n'soul direct from Akron, Ohio. (The Age, Australia)
‘Aggies to the core’ Jun 24, 2008
I was 10-years-old and my family bought me this Gibson guitar. It s a classic now. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Celemony Software - Botox for recorded music Jun 23, 2008
John Gibson, an assistant professor of composition at Indiana University in Bloomington, is skeptical of the program's abilities. "Sound is complicated," he said, and devising a program that corrects pitches of single notes within polyphonic music is a daunting task. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
In search of perfect harmony, through software Jun 22, 2008
John Gibson, an assistant professor of composition at Indiana University in Bloomington, has also seen a demonstration on the Internet but remains skeptical. "Sound is complicated," he said, and devising a program that corrects pitches of single notes within polyphonic music is a daunting task. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Overheard, out and about, Mrs. Grundy sees all, tells all Jun 21, 2008
"I spoke with Bertram Hayes-Davis, whom I had met earlier in Montgomery, and got his autograph and those of two of his cousins."One person I met was Mike Herrin, the Presbyterian pastor in Port Gibson, Mississippi ... Besides that and his being at the Davis bicentennial, he lived in Port Gibson, which rang a bell as the one-time home of the Southern poet, Irwin Russell, a favorite of mine ... Mike and I discussed Russell at length and the memorials to him in Port Gibson. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
His musical talent finds new life in Dethklok Jun 20, 2008
"I get to be a comedy writer, I get to do dumb voices, I get to direct episodes when I have time, I have an endorsement deal with Gibson guitars," he says. "The only thing I would change is that I would give myself a couple of weeks off somewhere.". (Boston Globe)
A helping hand ... Fruitland takes advantage of good timing to finish projects ... County Court approves resolution on Nyssa Rural Fire District ... Police utilize new tool to battle drunk drivers ... News Digest: ... OPD investigating theft of car hit by train ... Oregon man admits to day care abuse ... Judge orders Harrisburg to dismantle well ... Pine Ridge Fire ... Mother of dead bicyclist sues TriMet ... ';var marqueewidth="440px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}} Accompanists Jeff Lincoln (center), 48, Meridian, and Rod Anderson (right), 60, Spokane, Wash., play with contestant Laura Smith, 22, Potter Valley, Calif., Wednesday at the National Oldtime Fiddlers Contest and Festival in Weiser. Lincoln and Anderson attend the contest each year as a vacation, they said, and to play along. Each plays for about 14 hours each day.A helping hand Jun 20, 2008
Anderson just plays his World War II-era Gibson guitar, an instrument with a deep, rich tone and a leather strap Lincoln crafted, he said. I always had a guitar and kinda played around with family, he said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
AthFest: Who to see and where to see them Jun 19, 2008
" la chansons.com; 10 p.m. Saturday, Go Bar Lake City: Fronted by the very talented Matt Stoessel, who lends his guitar work to the likes of Summer Hymns, Don Chambers, South San Gabriel and Grand Fury, the band (which includes Bill Rhoton and Dave Whitling of Grand Fury and Fritz Gibson), releases their debut album this year. lakecityband.com; Midnight Friday, Little Kings The Leavers: The Leavers are James Cowart on guitar, Jeremy Beck on drums, Owen Hunt on bass and vocals and Mike Walliser... (Athens Banner-Herald)
